“General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi Will Be Appointed As The Next Head Of Hawks” Cachalia Declared

Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia has recommended KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi for appointment as the next national head of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), commonly known as the Hawks.

The recommendation marks a significant development in the process of appointing a new head of the specialised police unit responsible for investigating serious and priority crimes in South Africa.

Cachalia has initiated the process to have Mkhwanazi appointed to the position, with the recommendation expected to be considered by Cabinet before a final decision is made.

The Hawks play a crucial role in investigating serious offences, including organised crime, corruption, fraud and other priority crimes that threaten the country’s security and public institutions.

The appointment of the unit’s national head is therefore an important step in ensuring effective leadership and coordination in the investigation of complex criminal cases.

Mkhwanazi currently serves as the KwaZulu-Natal provincial police commissioner, a position that has placed him at the centre of law enforcement operations in one of South Africa’s most populous provinces.

He has also become a prominent figure in national discussions about crime, corruption and allegations of criminal networks operating within law enforcement structures.

His potential appointment comes amid continued public concern about organised crime and corruption, as well as calls for stronger accountability within the country’s criminal justice system.

However, the recommendation does not automatically mean that Mkhwanazi has been appointed. The proposed appointment must still undergo the required approval process before it can be formally confirmed.

Under South African law, the national head of the Hawks is appointed by the Minister of Police with the concurrence of Cabinet. The process is intended to ensure that the appointment follows the applicable legal and institutional requirements.

If approved, Mkhwanazi would assume responsibility for overseeing the national operations of the Hawks, including the investigation of high-priority criminal cases across the country.

The development is likely to attract considerable public interest, given Mkhwanazi’s public profile and the importance of the Hawks in tackling corruption and organised crime.

Further details regarding Cabinet’s decision and the finalisation of the appointment are expected to clarify the next steps in the process.

Source: https://x.com/ZANewsFlash/status/2115753285919322508